Lhasa to Kathmandu Ride - 20 days

Trip code: ACATH345

Countries experienced: Tibet(China), Nepal

Price From: R 68 600 Land Only

Challenge yourself on the ultimate cycle ride from Nepal to Tibet

For the adventurous cyclist this land of rugged beauty, vast landscapes, brilliant skies and glittering peaks offers one of the ultimate biking challenges. After some essential time acclimatising around Kathmandu and Lhasa, our route takes us across high altitude desert, over awesome mountain passes, stopping off at Rongbuk Monastery and Base Camp for views of the north face of Everest, before making the 160km, 4600m descent into Nepal and the lush Kathmandu Valley. In recent years much of the route has been surfaced making it perfect for cycling. A tough trip, but for those who venture to the spectacular beauty of Tibet, the sense of achievement is guaranteed.

Why you will love it:

Lhasa to Kathmandu Ride Summary

Day 01

Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal (1,340m).

Day 02

Kathmandu Pre-trip meeting and sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley.

Day 03

Ride from Kathmandu to Nagarkot via Bhaktaur (38km 2,168m).

Day 04

Ride back from Nagarkot to Kathmandu via Shanku (34km 1,340m).

Day 05

Fly from Kathmandu to Gonkar, then drive to Lhasa (3,650m).

Day 06

Ride around Lhasa for acclimatization and sightseeing

Day 07

Drepung Monastery and Potala Palace sightseeing.

Day 08

Ride from Lhasa to Quxu (61km, 3,600m).

Day 09

Ride from Quxu to Nagarze (99km, 4,410m).

Day 10

Ride from Nagarze to Gyangze (105km, 4,020m).

Day 11

Ride from Gyangze to Shigatse (94km, 3,835m).

Day 12

Ride from Shigatse to Jidingzhen (75km, 3,905m).

Day 13

Ride from Jidingzhen to Lhatse (70km, 4,050m).

Day 14

Ride from Lhatse to Tingri/Xegar (74km, 4,320m), via Gyatso La Pass (5,220m).

Day 15

Ride from Tingri to Rongbuk (5,000m), EBC (5,150m), and back to Rongbuk (55km).

Day 16

Ride from Rongbuk to Old Tingri (69km, 4,350m).

Day 17

Ride from Old Tingri to Menbuxiang (72km, 4,685m).

Day 18

Ride from Menbuxiang to Nyalam (97, 3,750m).

Day 19

Ride from Nyalam to Dolalghat (Nepal), drive or ride up to Dhulikhel (115km, 1,600m)

Day 20

Ride from Dhulikhel to Kathmandu via Bhaktapur and Thimi (35km 1,340m).

Day 21

Transfer to the airport for your final flight departure

- Challenge yourself on the ultimate cycle ride
- Ride to Everest Base Camp
- Conquer 5000m passes and a 4600m descent into Nepal!

- See Kathmandu, Lhasa and rural Tibet
- Visit Potala Palace
- Admire Yamdrok Lake

Things to consider:

- - Accommodation: Hotel (6nts), Guest House (6nts), Basic accommodation (8nts)
  - Meals included: 20 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
  - Airport arrival ands departure transfer included
  - Single supplement available if you would like your own room
  - Minimum group size of 2 travellers
  - Mountain bike for the number of days riding. The brands include Cube, Trek and Giant hardtail or full-suspension bikes, depending on your choice
  - Fitness level : 14 days cycling, average 85km/day (longest ride 160+km but this is mostly downhill), 100% vehicle support although the vehicle cannot follow the group on some short sections.
  - The altitude should not be underestimated and presents a considerable challenge. Some of the riding will be above 5000m and there will also be some long climbs (up to 25km). However, the trip is vehicle supported (except while riding the short distance to and from the Everest base camp) so there is always the option to enjoy the scenery from the bus! A good level of fitness is definitely required.